Research on Gender Differences in Aggressive Behavior Find That They

question 22

Multiple Choice

Research on gender differences in aggressive behavior find that they tend to be ________ in real-life and naturalistic settings than in controlled laboratory settings and they tend to be remarkably ________.

• A) smaller; unstable
• B) greater; unstable
• C) smaller; stable
• D) greater; stable

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Definitions:

Cortisol

A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that elevates blood sugar and protects the body’s tissues in case of injury; if chronically elevated due to stress, it can lead to hypertension, immune disorders, other illnesses, and possibly depression.

Hippocampus

A major component of the brain, involved in learning and memory.

Biological Model

An approach to psychology focusing on understanding human behavior in terms of biological responses and processes.

Learning Model

A theoretical framework that describes how individuals acquire, process, and retain knowledge or skills.